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Canada has just released its 2026-2028 Immigration Levels Plan, and the numbers are more dramatic than many employers anticipated. While the headline suggests a 21% reduction, the reality is even more significant: temporary resident intake has been slashed by 43% : from approximately 674,000 in 2025 to just 385,000 in 2026. For Canadian employers who have relied on temporary foreign workers to fill critical roles, this represents a fundamental shift that demands immediate str

As Canadian employers navigate 2025, two regulatory landscapes are fundamentally reshaping hiring strategies: immigration law and employment law. While both areas see continuous evolution, this year presents particularly dramatic changes that demand immediate attention from business leaders. The question isn't whether these regulations will impact your hiring: it's which one will force you to restructure your talent acquisition strategy most significantly. Based on current de

Canada just delivered a workforce planning wake-up call that's reshaping how employers approach talent acquisition. The federal government's dramatic immigration cuts: reducing temporary resident admissions by 43% and scaling back permanent resident targets: means your current hiring strategies need immediate recalibration. The Numbers That Changed Everything Permanent Resident Reductions: 2025: 395,000 (down from 500,000) 2026-2028: Stabilized at 380,000 annually Focus shi

Canadian businesses across the country are scrambling to understand new immigration rules that could fundamentally change how they staff their operations. The federal government's sweeping reforms to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) have introduced a strict 10% workforce cap that's already causing headaches for employers who relied on international talent to fill critical roles. If you're running a Canadian business and haven't reviewed your temporary foreign worke

Canada just delivered a workforce planning wake-up call that every employer needs to understand. The federal government has implemented the most dramatic immigration cuts in recent history, fundamentally reshaping how businesses will find and retain talent in 2025 and beyond. Here's what smart employers need to know: and do: right now. The Numbers That Matter for Your Business The cuts are substantial and immediate: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) : Slashed by 50% across a

Canada just delivered a workforce planning wake-up call that every employer needs to understand. The federal government has implemented the most dramatic immigration cuts in recent history, fundamentally reshaping how businesses will find and retain talent in 2025 and beyond. Here's what smart employers need to know: and do: right now. The Numbers That Matter for Your Business The cuts are substantial and immediate: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) : Slashed by 50% across a

Canada's Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) made a seismic shift on March 25, 2025, eliminating job offer points from the Express Entry Comprehensive Ranking System. This change stripped away the 50-200 CRS points that candidates previously received for arranged employment, affecting over 37,000 candidates overnight and fundamentally altering how Canadian employers attract international talent. If your business relies on hiring skilled foreign workers through

Let's cut through the noise here. While that 90% figure makes for a compelling headline, the reality is more nuanced: but no less important for Canadian employers. Recent court decisions and upcoming regulatory changes are definitely shaking things up in employment law, and some contracts are getting tossed out entirely. But we're not looking at a complete contractual apocalypse. What we are seeing is a legal system that's getting tougher on employers who try to push the boun

AI tools are transforming how Canadian businesses handle hiring, performance reviews, and employee management. But here's what many business owners don't realize: you remain fully liable for every AI-driven HR decision , even when using third-party tools. One biased algorithm or privacy breach could cost your company hundreds of thousands in legal fees and damages. With new AI regulations on the horizon and human rights tribunals increasingly scrutinizing automated employment

Major employment law changes are reshaping how Ontario businesses hire, pay, and manage employees. With key reforms taking effect January 1, 2026: and some already in force: employers who act now will avoid costly compliance issues later. What's Already Changed: Pre-Employment Information Requirements Since July 1, 2025, Ontario employers with 25 or more employees must provide new hires with specific written information before their first day of work. This isn't optional: i

Major employment law changes are reshaping how Ontario businesses hire, pay, and manage employees. With key reforms taking effect January 1, 2026: and some already in force: employers who act now will avoid costly compliance issues later. What's Already Changed: Pre-Employment Information Requirements Since July 1, 2025, Ontario employers with 25 or more employees must provide new hires with specific written information before their first day of work. This isn't optional: i

Let's cut to the chase: your sick leave policy is probably costing you time, money, and employee trust. While you've been wrestling with doctor's notes and compliance headaches, Canadian employment law has shifted dramatically. New regulations across multiple provinces are eliminating sick note requirements, federal rules mandate 10 paid sick days, and the old "prove you're sick" mentality is becoming a legal liability. The good news? These changes create opportunities to str

The landscape of Canadian labor relations shifted dramatically on June 20, 2025, when Bill C-58's anti-scab provisions came into full effect. This federal legislation fundamentally transformed how federally regulated employers can respond to strikes and lockouts, eliminating their ability to use replacement workers during labor disputes. For business owners in federally regulated sectors: including banking, telecommunications, transportation, and airlines: these changes repre

Canadian businesses are facing an unprecedented wave of costly legal battles in 2025. Rising litigation trends across the country are hitting commercial insurance costs hard, while courts are tightening class action rules in ways that can blindside unprepared companies. The numbers are sobering: businesses that lose employment-related lawsuits are regularly paying out six-figure settlements. Contract disputes are escalating faster than ever. HR violations that once resulted i

Bill C-58 has fundamentally transformed the landscape for Canadian employers dealing with labour disputes. Coming into force on June 20,...

Your new AI recruitment tool just screened 500 applicants in minutes. Impressive, right? But what if it's also quietly discriminating...

Your new AI recruitment tool just screened 500 applicants in minutes. Impressive, right? But what if it's also quietly discriminating...

Union organizing activity has reached levels not seen in decades, with the National Labor Relations Board receiving 3,286 union election...

Running a small or medium-sized enterprise in Ontario means wearing multiple hats – but employment law shouldn't be one of them. With...

Immigration to Canada presents incredible opportunities, but it also comes with complex legal challenges that can make or break your...